The method section defines the procedure used for conducting assessments. The method applies to assessments conducted for the purposes of national recognition in both institutional and workplace contexts. Equally it applies to assessment only pathways, training and assessment pathways or Recognition of Prior Learning.
All assessment must: 
- Comply with the Assessment Guidelines included in the applicable nationally endorsed Training Packages or the assessment requirements specified in accredited courses;
- Lead to the issuing of a Statement of Attainment or qualification under the AQF when a person is assessed as competent against nationally endorsed unit(s) of competency in the applicable Training Package or modules specified in the applicable accredited course.
- Comply with the principles of validity, reliability, fairness and flexibility;
- Provide for applicants to be informed of the context and purpose of the assessment and the assessment process;
- Where relevant, focus on the application of knowledge and skill to the standard of performance required in the workplace and cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills;
- Involve the evaluation of sufficient evidence to enable judgements to be made about whether competency has been attained;
- Provide for feedback to the applicant about the outcomes of the assessment process and guidance on future options;
- Be equitable for all persons, taking account of cultural and linguistic needs;
- Provide for reassessment on appeal